Germany’s 2025 Eurovision Act: The Power Trio of ARD, RTL, and Stefan Raab Takes the Helm

Germany is shaking things up for the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2025 by teaming up ARD, RTL, and none other than the renowned entertainer Stefan Raab, all set to unveil their joint strategy on 31st October. In an unexpected twist, this marks a rare collaboration between the public network ARD, spearheaded by NDR (Northern German Broadcasting), and the private broadcaster RTL—a duo not seen since 2012, when Raab led «Unser Star für Baku,» the show that brought Roman Lob to the ESC stage and secured him a notable eighth place.
The last decade of Germany’s Eurovision efforts has been filled with ups and downs, with moments of near-victory and a few tough setbacks. Now, the stakes are high as Germany refines its approach with new strategies designed to captivate audiences both locally and across Europe. What the power combo of ARD, RTL, and Stefan Raab is planning remains a mystery until the big announcement, yet one thing’s certain: fans can expect a bold and innovative selection process. Raab’s Midas touch is already legendary in Eurovision circles, from his work on Lena’s 2010 win with “Satellite” to his pioneering approach in transforming national selections into blockbuster television events.
This time around, the announcement takes place at the Swiss Embassy in Berlin, underscoring the symbolic unity with the 2025 host country, Switzerland, and stoking excitement over the unveiling of their strategy. Will Raab reprise his groundbreaking format, or is there something entirely new in store? Both ARD Program Director Christine Strobl and RTL Programming Chief Inga Leschek are also set to speak, lending insight into the renewed ambitions that could shape Germany’s Eurovision fate in Basel next year.
With the announcement just days away, the buzz grows louder. This October 31st reveal has the potential to redefine Germany’s Eurovision journey, re-establishing them as a competitive force on the international stage. Stay tuned as ARD, RTL, and Raab unveil a path that could lead Germany back to Eurovision glory.
Source: Eurovision.de